How to help prevent strokes [Video]

CHARLOTTE, N.C. (WBTV) – Time is of the essence when treating strokes, according to Dr. Laurie McWilliams, Medical Director of the Neuroscience Critical Care Unit at Novant Health.

The national average of getting people treated for a stroke is 60 minutes but McWilliams says that Novant’s is 38.

Up to 80% of strokes are preventable by:

• Eating healthy
• Watching your weight
• Exercising
• Keeping an active lifestyle
• Not smoking

To learn more, visit novanthealth.org/stroke.

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